Functional Abilities and Performance Standards

Mount Carmel College of Nursing believes that certain essential functional abilities and performance standards are necessary for the safe practice of professional nursing and the successful participation in completion of a nursing education program

Students (and prospective students) are encouraged to review these Functional Abilities and Performance Standards. Students will need to demonstrate satisfactory application of these functional abilities and performance standards, with or without reasonable accommodations or academic adjustments, during their course of study in nursing.

The essential functional abilities and performance standards include:

Sensory: The ability to gather accurate and complete data from the physical environment using vision, touch, and hearing. Ability to accurately distinguish between colors and see changes in colors; discriminate, visually, at the millimeter level between technical markings and small type fonts; ability to hear device and overhead alarms, communicate via telephone and other electronic modes of communication, and use a stethoscope to auscultate sounds within the human body; tactile ability to sense changes in the temperature of an object, including the skin of another person, perceive pulsatile forces (such as produced in an artery by the contraction of the heart), and to detect the presence of abnormal bumps, nodules, or masses upon palpation of skin and tissues.

Communication: The ability to communicate verbally and non-verbally with other people, including through the use of telecommunication technologies such as phones, computers, and intercoms. Ability to interpret common non-verbal expressions indicating pain, discomfort, anxiety, and other behavioral states. Effectiveness in communication using both written and spoken English. Ability to give and provide information accurately, quickly, and efficiently. The ability to enter text using a standard computer keyboard and print text and place a signature, in a legible fashion, on paper and other surfaces.

Cognitive: Ability to process multiple sources of information, develop an understanding, make judgments and decisions, and take actions based on this information. Ability to read and understand electronic and paper documents, including technical medical and clinical documents, in English. Ability to develop increasingly complex understandings of cultural, social, scientific, and interpersonal concepts necessary for making sound professional nursing judgments. Ability to take measurements, communicate and describe the physical environment quantitatively, perform advanced arithmetic and numerical operations (such as is necessary for calculating medication dosages and rates), and interpret graphical displays of scientific and real-time physiologic data.

Motor: Fine and gross motor skills sufficient to operate common clinical equipment such as IV pumps, suction devices, and floor lifts; ability to perform a physical assessment or examination on clients across the lifespan; ability to carry out delicate and/or emergency clinical procedures such as airway suctioning, intravenous line insertion, and giving injections. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently. Stamina required to completely satisfy nursing work requirements of during a "shift" of 10 consecutive hours.

Behavioral and emotional: Ability to work in teams of diverse providers in a positive, non-threatening, and non-discriminatory manner. Ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients. Ability to effectively perform professional duties in stressful situations and under significant time pressures. Ability to regulate emotions in times of stress, anger, or upset. Ability to adhere to and apply ethical and professional codes of conduct and all applicable laws and regulations. Openness to new experiences, revision of existing attitudes, and positive regard for uncertainty and change in work and study settings.

Advanced Placement Credit

Mount Carmel College of Nursing recognizes the Advanced Placement (AP) Examination Program of The College Board as an excellent way to earn college credit toward the baccalaureate degree. Mount Carmel College of Nursing will award equivalent course credit for the following AP examinations with a score of '3' or higher.

In addition, Mount Carmel College of Nursing will award equivalent course credit up to a maximum of 3 courses (9 semester hours) with a score of '3' or higher on AP examinations in the subject areas of humanities or social sciences. This credit will be applied toward the humanities/social science elective requirement at MCCN. Contact the Mount Carmel College of Nursing Transfer Credit Evaluator for specific AP examinations covered under this policy.

Evaluation of AP credit is handled by the Mount Carmel College of Nursing Transfer Credit Evaluator. Official confirmation of AP scores must come directly from The College Board to the Mount Carmel College of Nursing Admissions Office. Notation of AP work on a high school transcript will not suffice. All AP credit accepted will be noted on the student's transcript as "EM."

A student requesting evaluation of AP credit must contact automated service (https://apscore.collegeboard.org/scores/score-reporting) and request the score report be sent directly to the Admissions Office at Mount Carmel College of Nursing. The College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) code for MCCN is 1502.

AP Services
P.O. Box 6671
Princeton, NJ 08541-6671
Fax: 610-290-8979

CLEP Credit

Mount Carmel College of Nursing recognizes the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) of The College Board as an excellent way to earn college credit toward the baccalaureate degree. MCCN will award equivalent course credit for the following CLEP examinations with a score of '50' or higher.

In addition, MCCN will award equivalent course credit up to a maximum of 3 courses (9 semester hours) with a score of '50' or higher on CLEP examinations in the subject areas of humanities or social sciences. This credit will be applied toward the humanities/social science elective credit at MCCN. Contact the MCCN Transfer Credit Evaluator for specific CLEP examinations covered under this policy.

Evaluation of CLEP credit is handled by the MCCN Transfer Credit Evaluator. Official confirmation of CLEP scores must come directly from The College Board to the MCCN Admissions Office. Notation of CLEP work on a high school transcript will not suffice. All CLEP credit accepted will be noted on the student's MCCN transcript as "EM."

A student requesting evaluation of CLEP credit must a transcript request from the College Board. Transcripts must be sent directly to the Admissions Office at Mount Carmel College of Nursing, 127 S. Davis Ave., Columbus, OH 43222. The College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) code for MCCN is 1502.

Placement Testing

All new pre-licensure students at Mount Carmel College of Nursing are required to complete the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS-V) in the areas of Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English/Language Usage. This assessment is conducted as part of the entrance and placement process.

Math Placement

All entering students, regardless of class level, are reviewed for math placement based on the results of their TEAS-V scores.

All entering students who score at Basic or Developmental level in math are required to successfully complete a non-credit, online remedial math course (MATH 090).

Freshmen must take MATH 090 the first or second semester of enrollment.

English Placement

Students without equivalent transfer credit for English Composition are are reviewed for English placement based on their TEAS-V and ACT-English scores.

Studens are placed into ENGL 110 if their ACT-English score is 18 or higher.

Students with an ACT-English score less than 18 are placed into ENGL 110 if their TEAS-V English level is Proficient or higher.

Students with an ACT-English score below 18 and a TEAS-V English level of Basic or Developmental are placed into ENGL 100.

Credit for ENGL 100 counts toward total hours earned but not in total hours required to graduate.

Students who successfully complete ENGL 100 are subsequently required to complete ENGL 110.

College and Career Success (FYEX 110 and FYEX 111)

All students classified by MCCN as first-time freshmen are required to successfully complete College and Career Success (FYEX 110 and FYEX 111 ) during the first two semesters, regardless of their TEAS-V results.

Transfer freshmen who score below the proficient category on any section of the TEAS-V are required to enroll in FYEX 110 and FYEX 111 during the first two semesters.

Transfer freshmen with less than 16 semester hours of transfer credit whose Adjusted Individual Total Score is Basic or Developmental are required to complete FYEX 110 and FYEX 111 during the first two semesters.

Transfer freshman with 16 or more semester hours of transfer credit are exempt from FYEX 110 and FYEX 111. However, any student in this category who scores at Basic or Developmental in Reading, English and Language Usage, or Science will be referred to the Academic Support Services Office.

Proficiency Exams

Some academic areas within the College have developed subject-based proficiency exams leading to the award of "EM" credit if passed with a grade of "C" (73%) or better. Credit by Examination is not an option for nursing clinical courses. Science exams are available to students who have not completed a science course within the past five years or those whose knowledge was gained from experience or training. However, all students permitted to take science proficiency exams must have completed some college-level course work in the subject area.

There is a non-refundable fee for each proficiency exam that must be paid prior to taking the exam. Refer to Tuition and Fees for the current fee.

Requests for proficiency exams are handled through the Transfer Credit Evaluator's office.

Transfer Credit

Mount Carmel College of Nursing will evaluate course credit taken by prospective and accepted students who have attended a post-secondary institution accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations. As a rule, the following guidelines are followed when considering transfer credit at MCCN:

Only college level courses with grades of "C" or higher (2.00) are eligible for transfer (grades of "C-" or lower are not acceptable for transfer). MCCN refrains from the transcription of credit from other institutions that it does not apply to its own programs.

MCCN reserves the right to accept or reject all transfer credits in terms of their own institutional standards and requirements. Courses considered for transfer must be equivalent to those required in the MCCN curriculum or meet requirements for humanities or social science electives.

Transfer credit grades are not included in the cumulative grade point average at MCCN. However, credit for transfer courses will be included in total credits earned. All courses accepted for transfer will be noted on the student's MCCN transcript as "K."

The time limit for science courses eligible for transfer is 5 years from the first semester of enrollment at MCCN.

Except for courses articulated through transfer policies or institutional agreements, the institution makes no promises to prospective students regarding the acceptance of credit awarded by examination or credit for transfer until an evaluation has been conducted by the MCCN Transfer Credit Evaluator.

The Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs, is responsible for the determination of the transferability of nursing courses (see "Nursing Transfer Credit" below).

If a student should waive the right to a transfer course, he/she is held accountable for completing the course at MCCN. If a failure results in that course, it must be repeated at MCCN.

Nursing Transfer Credit

New students with transfer nursing credit from other institutions and former MCCN nursing students being readmitted to the College must undergo evaluation of academic nursing credit after admission is offered and confirmed. In order to assure student success in the MCCN program the Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs, will evaluate previous nursing credit and determine, prior to registration for any MCCN nursing course, the need for prerequisite review. Examples of what may be required include: a computer documentation course or session, demonstration of nursing skill levels, auditing courses, independent study, and/or consultation with Academic Support Services.

Military Credit

Credit for military training and experience in the armed forces of the United States, the National Guard or the Reserve Components may be granted in accordance with the credit recommendations provided by the American Council on Education (ACE). In order to have such work evaluated and added to the permanent academic record, a potential student needs to submit, to the Office of Records and Registration, certified copies of any documentation related to these experiences, including official military transcripts and discharge forms. Decisions regarding the utilization of credit granted through this program shall be made at the discretion of the Transcript Evaluator, in consultation with the Associate Dean of the applicable program.

Non-Degree Students

Enrollment in specific classes for non-degree students is on a space-available basis. Permission is granted by the Director of Records and Registration. Students enrolled in the College on non-degree status must achieve a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA by the time twelve credit hours are completed or be dismissed from the College.

International Students

Mount Carmel College of Nursing does not issue Immigration Form I-20 from the U.S. Department of Immigration and Naturalization Service. Therefore, the College is not eligible to accept new or transfer international students who need I-20 credentialing. The College welcomes international applicants who do not require an I-20 clearance.

Admission: Pre-Licensure Nursing Program

The College accepts students on a modified rolling admission basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and are notified in writing of the admission decision after application documents are complete and have been reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Applications and associated materials are accepted during the following periods prior to the entering semester.

Entering Semester

Applications Accepted

Fall

Spring

Summer

September 1 - April 1 (traditional program)

February 1 - May 31 (SDAP only)

September 1 - January 15 (APP only)

Listed below are requirements for admission to the pre-licensure nursing program:

High school graduation with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 or GED. A minimum college-level cumulative GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale is required for transfer students.

Completion of the following high school courses with a minimum grade of "C" (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). If a minimum grade of "C" was not achieved in the listed course, the applicant is required to complete the course at the college level and earn a minimum grade of "C."

College Preparatory English

4 credits

College Preparatory Math (including Algebra II)

3 credits

Laboratory Sciences

3 credits

(chemistry and biology are required)

Social Science

3 credits

Foreign Language (sign language accepted)

2 credits

Visual or Performing Arts

1 credit

ACT or SAT test scores are required unless the applicant has been graduated from high school for more than five years or has earned at least 30 hours of college credit. A composite ACT score of 20 or better or SAT of 950 or better is recommended. The institution code for Mount Carmel College of Nursing is 3297 (ACT) and 1502 (SAT).

In addition, an applicant with college credits must submit evidence of a college GPA of 2.80 or higher (only grades of "C" or higher are eligible to transfer).

Transfer applicants must also meet the high school course requirements. College courses will be evaluated for transfer credit.* Applicants must be admitted to Mount Carmel College of Nursing before courses will transfer. Enrollment classification/class level will be determined based on satisfactory completion of prerequisite/corequisite courses applicable to the Mount Carmel curriculum.

* Credit will not be granted for science courses completed at another institution more than five years prior to Mount Carmel admission and enrollment.

Traditional High School Students

The following documents are required to complete the application process (the Admissions Committee reserves the right to require additional information):

A completed and signed Application for Admission.

A non-refundable, one-time, $30 application fee (credit card, check, or money order made payable to Mount Carmel College of Nursing) must accompany the Application for Admission.

A typewritten essay of 300 words or less (specific details are included on the Application for Admission).

A high school transcript. Transfer students are required to submit an official high school transcript even with an earned degree.

A completed Course Enrollment Form (available with the admission packet) that lists any courses not included on transcripts in which the applicant is currently enrolled or plans to enroll prior to starting classes at Mount Carmel.

GED scores (if applicable) – official scores forwarded to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Office of Admissions, as well as official high school transcript of courses completed prior to leaving high school.

All college/university transcripts (if applicable). Official transcripts forwarded directly to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Office of Admissions (no photocopies or faxes).

Admission: Advanced Placement Program (APP)

The Advanced Placement Program (APP), offered during Summer Session, will be of particular interest and value to students who have completed significant college credit and who have completed the required prerequisites. Following initial acceptance to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, the APP is an option that allows transfer students the opportunity to complete the BSN in five semesters.

Acceptance to the APP is highly competitive, and enrollment is limited. Students are selected for this accelerated and highly structured program based on strong academic performance in previous college coursework and successful completion of all prerequisite courses. A minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA is required to apply for the APP. Applicants are not guaranteed admission to the APP. Applications and associated materials are accepted during the following period prior to the entering semester.

Entering Semester

Applications Accepted

Summer

September 1 - January 15

Completed applications are reviewed for acceptance and applicants are notified in writing by mid-March regarding admission decisions. Those accepted will be required to confirm their intent to enroll in the Advanced Placement Program.

Students selected for the APP will complete a 12-week summer program. This exceptionally demanding and intense program begins in mid-May and concludes in early August. It is comprised of all three sophomore level nursing courses. Once these courses are completed successfully, students begin the Fall Semester at Mount Carmel in junior level coursework and clinical experiences.

APP Admission Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed (with grades of "C" or higher) all non-nursing courses in the freshman and sophomore MCCN curriculum. These courses include:

English Composition

Anatomy and Physiology II*

General Psychology

Organic Biochemistry*

Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan

Microbiology*

Introduction to Sociology

Human Nutrition*

Comparative Religions

Physiologic Alterations I*

Anatomy and Physiology I*

Physiologic Alterations II*

* Credit will not be granted for science courses completed at another institution more than five years prior to Mount Carmel admission and enrollment.

Admission: Second Degree Accelerated Program (SDAP)

Applications and associated materials are accepted during the following period prior to the entering semester.

Entering Semester

Applications Accepted

Spring

February 1 - May 31

Second Degree Accelerated Program Admission Requirements

Earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution. If the degree was earned outside of the United States, contact the World Education Services (www.wes.org) for an evaluation for equivalent U.S degree.

Minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average on all post-secondary coursework.

In-person interview; telephone interview if residing out of Ohio.

TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based), if applicable. The institution code for Mount Carmel College of Nursing is 1502.

Completion of the following prerequisites:

English Composition

Anatomy and Physiology I*

General Psychology

Anatomy and Physiology II*

Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan

Organic Biochemistry*

Introduction to Sociology

Microbiology*

Comparative Religions

Human Nutrition*

Statistics

Humanities or Social Science electives (5 semester credits)

* Credit will not be granted for science courses completed at another institution more than five years prior to Mount Carmel admission and enrollment.

The following are required to complete the application process:

Completed application for admission. Incomplete or unsigned forms will be returned.

$30 non-refundable application fee.

A typewritten essay of 300 words or less (specific details are included with application).

Official transcripts from all high schools, colleges, and universities attended.

Copy of visa or permanent resident card and TOEFL scores, if applicable.

The following requirements must be completed prior to program orientation:

Completed institutional health requirements.

Current professional-level CPR certification from either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, as follows:

American Heart Association

BLS for Health Care Providers or

Instructor/Trainer/Faculty

American Red Cross

CPR for the Professional Rescuer or

BLS for Health Care Providers or

Instructor/Trainer/Faculty

Admission: Online RN-BSN Completion Program

Applications to the Online RN-BSN program are due by eight weeks prior to the start of the entering semester. Following successful completion of all prerequisite courses, the full-time student starting Fall or Spring Semester or Summer Session can complete the program in four semesters. Classes are typically small, which allows for an individualized approach to learning. Both full-time and part-time study are available.

Applicants to the RN-BSN completion program must submit the following documents. No nursing proficiency or placement tests are required.

A completed and signed Application for Admission.

A non-refundable, one-time $30 application fee (payable by credit card online; by check or money order made payable to Mount Carmel College of Nursing or calling the Business Office).

Official transcripts for all post-secondary academic work. Transcripts must be submitted directly to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Online RN-BSN Completion Program.

A current and unrestricted RN license.

Evidence of successful completion of all required prerequisite coursework. Registered nurse students may be admitted to Mount Carmel College of Nursing after they have completed 52 semester credits in general education, including Basic Statistics (or 49 semester credits without Basic Statistics), in addition to 32 semester credits in nursing.

A minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA in prior coursework

If applying for admission while still enrolled in prerequisite courses, a statement of expected completion dates for the courses is required.

Priority consideration is given to applicants from NLNAC accredited pre-licensure nursing programs. MCCN will evaluate applicant packages and may consider admission for those from non-NLNAC accredited pre-licensure nursing programs on an individual basis.

If nursing coursework and/or a degree was earned outside the United States, students must contact World Education Services (www.wes.org) for a course-by-course report, an evaluation of equivalent U.S. degree.

Application and correspondence related to admission to the Online RN-BSN Completion Program should be directed to: